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NWS Albany - Limited Severe Weather Threat Today Shifted South of the Area - Issued Thursday, August 22, 2019 410 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 22 Aug '19

22 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Rensselaer, and Ulster Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, The latest guidance has shifted the limited threat for severe weather today mainly south of the area. There is a marginal risk for an isolated strong storm this afternoon/evening for southern portions of Dutchess and Litchfield Counties. Please see the attached image for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Threat For Severe Thunderstorms Thursday - Issued Wednesday August 21, 2019 1040 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 21 Aug '19

21 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Rensselaer, and Ulster Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, The severe threat has ended tonight, but another round is possible tomorrow afternoon. There is a Marginal risk for severe thunderstorms on Thursday for the eastern Catskills, mid Hudson Valley, and the Taconics and most of adjacent western New England. The best chance for severe thunderstorms will be Thursday afternoon. The greatest threat from these thunderstorms will be damaging wind gusts. However, large hail will also be possible. Locally heavy rain may also produce ponding of water in poor drainage, urban and low lying areas. Isolated flash flooding is possible, especially in areas where multiple thunderstorms occur. Please see the attached image for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued August 21, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 21 Aug '19

21 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, We have issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for today that will remain in effect until 9PM tonight. See the attached graphic to learn which counties are included. The main hazards are damaging winds and heavy rain resulting in localized flooding. An isolated tornado is also possible If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Threat For Severe Thunderstorms Today - Issued Wednesday, August 21, 2019 500 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 21 Aug '19

21 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, There is a slight risk for severe thunderstorms today for most of eastern New York and adjacent western New England. The best chance for severe thunderstorms will be between noon and 4 pm. The greatest threat from these thunderstorms will be damaging wind gusts. However, large hail and a tornado or two will also be possible. Locally heavy rain may also produce ponding of water in poor drainage, urban and low lying areas. Isolated flash flooding is possible, especially in areas where multiple thunderstorms occur. Please see the attached briefing for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Threat For Severe Thunderstorms Wednesday - Issued Tuesday, August 20, 2019 410 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 20 Aug '19

20 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, There is a slight risk for severe thunderstorms on Wednesday for all of eastern New York and most of adjacent western New England. The best chance for severe thunderstorms will be Wednesday afternoon and evening. The greatest threat from these thunderstorms will be damaging wind gusts. However, large hail will also be possible. In addition, an isolated tornado will be possible. Locally heavy rain may also produce ponding of water in poor drainage, urban and low lying areas. Isolated flash flooding is possible, especially in areas where multiple thunderstorms occur. There may also be some showers and storms around early Wednesday morning, but these are not expected to be severe. Please see the attached briefing for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Threat For Severe Thunderstorms Wednesday - Issued Tuesday, August 20, 2019 445 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 20 Aug '19

20 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, There is a slight risk for severe thunderstorms on Wednesday for all of eastern New York and most of adjacent western New England. The best chance for severe thunderstorms will be Wednesday afternoon and evening. The greatest threat from these thunderstorms will be damaging wind gusts. However, large hail will also be possible. In addition, an isolated tornado will be possible. Locally heavy rain may also produce ponding of water in poor drainage, urban and low lying areas. Isolated flash flooding is possible, especially in areas where multiple thunderstorms occur. Please see the attached briefing for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Next Threat For Severe Thunderstorms on Wednesday - Issued Monday, August 19, 2019 610 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 19 Aug '19

19 Aug '19

*** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, *The heat advisory has been cancelled. *Heat indices have fallen below thresholds. After a dry day on Tuesday, thunderstorms are likely on Wednesday, with a Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms. Locally heavy rainfall will also be possible, which could result in minor urban and poor drainage flooding and isolated flash flooding. Additional thunderstorms are possible on Thursday ahead of a cold front. Fair and cool weather is forecast for Friday through the Weekend. Please see the attached graphics for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Threat For Severe Thunderstorms & Heat Advisory Today - Issued Monday, August 19, 2019 445 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 19 Aug '19

19 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, Scattered thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening, mainly from the Capital District of New York and points south and east. There is a Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms, with isolated storms capable of producing damaging wind gusts and large hail. Locally heavy rainfall is also possible, which could result in minor urban and poor drainage flooding. Thunderstorms are likely on Wednesday, with a Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms. Locally heavy rainfall will also be possible, which could result in minor urban and poor drainage flooding and isolated flash flooding. *Heat advisories have been issued* for the Hudson River Valley from the Capital District southward for today (in effect from 11 AM through 8 PM) as heat indices will reach between 95F and 100F. Please see the attached graphics for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Threat For Severe Thunderstorms Today and Heat Advisory on Monday - Issued Sunday, August 18, 2019 555 PM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 18 Aug '19

18 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, Thunderstorms have developed this afternoon from the southwestern Adirondacks to the Southern Tier of New York and will be moving eastward this evening. Also, storms are developing over the mid Hudson Valley into northwest Connecticut. Some of these storms will likely become severe with damaging winds and possibly some hail around 1 inch. Any thunderstorm will be capable of locally heavy rainfall which may lead to urban and poor drainage flooding. An isolated flash flood is also possible. The main threat for severe thunderstorms is through 11 pm. There is a chance of thunderstorms Monday afternoon and evening, and also on Wednesday. Any thunderstorm will be capable of gusty winds and locally heavy rainfall. *Heat advisories have been issued* for the Hudson River Valley from the Capital District southward for Monday as heat indices will exceed 95F and approach 100F. Please see the attached graphics. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Marginal Risk For Severe Thunderstorms Today - Sunday, August 18, 2019 445 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 18 Aug '19

18 Aug '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, Thunderstorms will be likely again today. There is a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms with the main threat being damaging wind gusts. Any thunderstorm will be capable of locally heavy rainfall which may lead to urban and poor drainage flooding. An isolated flash flood is also possible. The main threat for severe thunderstorms is 3-11 pm. There is a chance of thunderstorms Monday afternoon and evening, and also on Wednesday. Any thunderstorm will be capable of gusty winds and locally heavy rainfall. Heat advisories may be needed in the Hudson River Valley Monday as heat indices may exceed 95F. Please see the attached severe weather outlook graphic for today. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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